Eye On College Basketball Florida rips control of SEC from Vandy + Kentucky flips its season; TTU shuts down AJ Dybantsa; Darryn Peterson =đĽ; UNC = đŹ; power-ranking Big Ten
Jan 18, 2026
Florida's thrilling win at Vanderbilt reshapes the SEC landscape, positioning them as a formidable contender. Meanwhile, Kentucky's comeback against Tennessee sparks fresh optimism among fans. Darryn Peterson shines for Kansas with a standout performance, catching the attention of scouts. Texas Tech's upset over BYU highlights their resilience and strong bench play. As the Big Ten power rankings are hotly debated, Duke's dominance contrasts starkly with UNC's struggles, raising questions about their defensive prowess.
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Florida's Midseason Surge
- Florida turned its season around after a 5-4 start and now looks like the SEC favorite based on recent stretch results.
- Ruben Chinlew's recent dominance and Zavian Lee's scoring have been key to Florida's surge.
Kentucky's Comeback Identity
- Kentucky has staged multiple large comebacks, showing resilience under pressure despite early-season struggles.
- Bench scoring and limiting turnovers were decisive in the road win at Tennessee.
Darren Peterson's High Ceiling
- Darren Peterson flashed why he's a top NBA prospect in limited minutes, dominating when healthy.
- His shooting efficiency and scoring bursts raise his ceiling despite earlier missed games.
